The Invention of Lying (2009)
A lonely man discovers the whimsical power of deceit in a world where honesty is the only policy.
Set in a world where the concept of lying doesn't exist, a loser changes his lot when he invents lying and uses it to get ahead.
How intense is The Invention of Lying?
The Invention of Lying has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs dry and absurdist. Rated PG-13.
What The Invention of Lying feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalsatiricalromanticearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dry and witty, absurdist
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream The Invention of Lying
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Is The Invention of Lying for you?
Is The Invention of Lying scary?
No. The Invention of Lying is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Invention of Lying gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Invention of Lying sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Invention of Lying OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Invention of Lying?
The Invention of Lying runs 1h 40m.
Where can I stream The Invention of Lying?
The Invention of Lying is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Invention of Lying have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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